jmilz28

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Throw an alternator on it, a Powermaster HO unit is your ticket. These cars' 105a OEM units were barely adequate. 04 Escalade unit is a cheap upgrade too.

Austin_Jim

The CVF units have a lifetime warranty, so I have to start that process. And their units are 170 amp. Once I replace, I'll see how it goes. I have a rather large stereo in the car as well. If I run into issues with the lights on and the stereo up, I'll go with a Powermaster or Mechman

RPM WS6

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I second the Powermaster recommendation, if the warranty route doesn't work out. Powermaster is a quality product, it's the only brand of aftermarket alternator I will buy.

Austin_Jim

CVF is warrantying the alternator no questions asked. GREAT service. As soon as I get the replacement installed, I'll report back.

2ARon

Been following this thread. I have same issue. Did replacing alternator solve the problem?

Austin_Jim

Unfortunately, I do not know yet. With car show season, I haven't been able to swap it yet. After I drive it, I remove the main battery wire and put it on the battery tender. Should know in a month or so.

evlfred

any updates. Having the same issue with my CVF alternator on my blueprint engine

Austin_Jim

Sorry man. Not yet. I'm waiting to get through show season before I replace the alternator. If I disconnect the battery after driving and put it on the trickle charger, I'm good, so it isn't a big deal. And I have to take out the radiator and fans to change, so it isn't a quick job. I will update this thread as soon as I do it. It'll probably a few months before I repair it.